Module 3 Discussion: Theories in Wilderness Therapy
Social work is the subject
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In reference to the readings and the OBH Council link, what social work theories can you identify being used in this field? How do you see social learning theory applying to this field? How about the importance of soft skills and crisis-interventions skills? Why are these important?
In looking at the accredited organizations listed on the OBH site how many were affiliated with the Aspen(CRC) Group?(Hint: look in previous module link: The Aspen Guide to Wilderness Therapy to compare).
In looking at one of the OBH accredited programs, that is not affiliated with the Aspen Group, did you notice any differences or similarities in their approach versus Aspen’s? In your own words, and after previously reading chapter 2 in Shouting at the Sky (about Aaron Bacon’s death) and this weeks article:
Dark side of a Bain Success, why do you think it is important to have an independent accrediting body for wilderness therapy and outdoor behavioral programs? How does it compare or differ from other more urban youth affiliated programs or organizations that have come under scrutiny or have had similar tragedies?
Do you agree or disagree with the statement, mentioned by a parent in Ferguson’s book Shouting at the Sky, “You can hate what happened to Aaron Bacon…without needing to hate the whole idea of kids going to the wilds to heal.”(p.16)
